Eating Across America in Atlanta!

Three nights, Three GREAT restaurant experiences in Atalanta!

 Empire State South

The taxi driver said, this is the address but we were both equally surprised when we looked up to see a 4 story parking lot!  He assured me there was a restaurant between the buildings.   Awh… bright yellow tables and chairs welcomed you to the patio seating area, while inside …..White washed turquoise blue walls, a country bench topped with a peg board adorned with colored scarves…. You immediately hear the clang of dishes and the buzz of multiple conversations going on all at the same time. No doubt, packed on a weeknight, is always a good sign.

Ambience is key to me along with fresh ideas and flavor combinations… both can be found here. Roasted Baby Beets, boiled peanut miso, crisp chicken skin, basil, pickled plum = brilliant! I loved the combination of basil and beets.  Georgia Shrimp followed with leeks, herb whey broth and puri bread.  Delish! Dessert was equally as appealing with an interesting twist, suggested coffee pairing freshly prepared and poured at your table.  Luau Treats – haupia, coconut coffee meringue, caramel sauce, latik, toasted hazelnuts, caramel and coffee ice cream.  A perfect sweet ending – light with burst of flavor throughout.

Country Comfort Rating… Atlanta’s young and trendy “farm to table”  ****

Sotto Sotto

Atlanta offers many neighborhoods each with its own unique setting and with its own style.  Sotto Sotto sits in Inman Park among many other restaurant gems. I was drawn to their Northern Italian food and open kitchen. Our waitress recommended dishes people come back for… Insalate with Argula, pistachios, roasted beets and BLU DI BUFALA (if you love blue cheese and the consistency of mozzarella – you will be in heaven)!  They make their risotto with Carnoroli rice, which makes it thick and creamier.  I also tried the Ravioli DI MICHELANGELO veal, chicken, pork ravioli, butter sage sauce with melted in my mouth!  Desserts Zuppa al Cioccolato or Panna Cotta will definitely be a perfect way to end a perfect meal!

Country Comfort Rating…. Don’t miss it!

4th and Swift

Walk into a large old factory with exposed pipes and brick walls contrasts with upscale décor. One writer described it perfectly as “industrial chic”. I say a high end farm to table

I started with Salad of Mary’s Heirloom Lettuces -Ice Wine Strawberries, Parmesan Sablée, Toasted Pistachios, Ricotta, Sorghum Vinaigrette.  Then tried the Chef’s specialty –“Three Little Piggies” The name peaked my curiosity so I just had to try it. Berkshire Pork Loin, Wilted Spinach, Cotachino, Chicharron Popcorn, Pickled Red Grapes  As if I wasn’t already impressed…. The pastry chef made a dessert with acclaimed as the best we ever had!  Steamed English Toffee Pudding Butterscotch Sauce, Cinnamon Cream, Dried Apples.


Country comfort Rating… take yourself out of midtown and to a dining experience you won’t forget!!

Grilled Octopus at 4th and Swift!